The biggest story, so far, of the Scouting Combine has a straight-line connection to the competing reports regarding whether and to what extent the Raiders' interest in Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford resulted in Stafford visiting Raiders minority owner Tom Brady at his Montana home.

The Matthew Stafford trade sweepstakes are unofficially underway, and one NFL team has a future Hall of Famer trying to recruit the Los Angeles Rams quarterback. Recently reported as a suitor for Stafford,

Stafford's entry could revitalize McDaniel's passing offense, with Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, Jonnu Smith and De'Von Achane being the offensive leaders. The Rams could get Tagovailoa back in a potential deal and not have to immediately worry about a replacement, simultaneously giving the Alabama product a fresh start.